South Africa should sort out the bad from the really bad on its invasive species list: Managing trout is a contentious issue with conflicting views about whether they pose a risk, or are beneficial. ShutterstockThis article is the third in a series The Conversation Africa is running on invasive species. Alien species have been introduced to Africa for a variety of reasons. … [Read more...] about South Africa should sort out the bad from the really bad on its invasive species list | The Conversation
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Invasive species have a massive impact, but wise policy can keep them out | The Conversation
Invasive species have a massive impact, but wise policy can keep them out: The American red swamp crayfish was intentionally introduced to parts of Africa to control snails and as a pet. ShutterstockThis article is the second in a series The Conversation Africa is running on invasive species Invasive alien species harm ecosystems, economies and human health across the globe. … [Read more...] about Invasive species have a massive impact, but wise policy can keep them out | The Conversation
“Pathogen hunters”: citizen scientists track plant diseases to save species | The Conversation
"Pathogen hunters": citizen scientists track plant diseases to save species: Plant diseases threaten food security and sustainability. They affect ecosystems and change natural environments. They cost money, too. An enormous amount is spent globally each year to control these diseases; the damage they cause is also hugely expensive. For example, crop losses from plant killing … [Read more...] about “Pathogen hunters”: citizen scientists track plant diseases to save species | The Conversation
Discovery Communications launches Multiplatform Campaign at Cites to Raise Awareness about Endangered Species
Discovery Communications launches Multiplatform Campaign at Cites to Raise Awareness about Endangered Species: In support of an ongoing commitment to save the world’s most endangered species, Discovery Communications (www.DiscoveryCommunications.com) and the U.S. Wildlife Trafficking Alliance (http://USWTA.org), in conjunction with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service … [Read more...] about Discovery Communications launches Multiplatform Campaign at Cites to Raise Awareness about Endangered Species
Why military and market responses are no way to save species from extinction | The Conversation
Why military and market responses are no way to save species from extinction: Markets and militarisation as responses to wildlife threats are dangerous because they often fail. ShutterstockThe arrival of climate change brings with it large-scale habitat loss and unprecedented species extinctions. The booming black and grey markets in already-threatened animals, including the … [Read more...] about Why military and market responses are no way to save species from extinction | The Conversation
